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is the 8th wonder of
the world. The Banaue Rice
Terraces found here was
declared by UNESCO in 2000
as a heritage site. Why do
you think I am writing about
this place when heaps of
schoolwork have started piling
up? My ninang gifted me with
a trip to Banaue, going there
together with people from a
travel agency team and some
foreign tourists.
If my memory serves me right, it was
around six to nine hours of travelling from
Manila to Banaue proper. There were
several stop overs along the way, but the
rigors of seating on a cramped space
can put a toll on your body. It’s best to
bring in a sweater or coat as the bus airconditioning system can be hellish, too.
On a more natural reason, the cold breeze
can zip in some bone-crackling weather.
At any rate, check everything before
heading to Banaue. Check the weather
as the rain can be very dangerous when
you hit the zigzag highway.
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It was something unexplainable with all
the wonders of greens right before your
eyes. The food was great. They serve
sumptuous food, in which ingredients
were grown from their vegetable garden,
freshly picked and cooked well. If you are
worrying about the cold climate, they
have hot and cold shower. Say goodbye
to electric fans and air conditioners. The
bathing needs are no hassle, at all, as
mine were sachet-based bought from
nearby stores. And don’t forget posting
photos on Instagram or on Facebook, or
tweeting your status.
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